Hua Sports Marathon
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Hua Sports 5K, Half Marathon and Marathon
This event offers three distances on the C&O Canal Towpath with start and finish in Point of Rocks, Maryland. The course is an out-and-back along the Potomac River on a wide, semi-paved gravel path that is generally flat and shaded by trees. The races are USATF sanctioned and held on USATF certified courses that can be used for Boston Marathon qualification.
Distances:
- 5K
- Half marathon 13.1 miles
- Marathon 26.2 miles
Packet pickup is available on race day from 6:00 AM to 6:45 AM; photo ID is required. Age minimums apply: 8 years for the 5K, 13 years for the half marathon, and 16 years for the marathon. The marathon has a time limit of 5 hours 30 minutes; the half marathon and 5K have no time limit. Race timing is provided and results are posted online on race day.
Aid stations supply water, Gatorade and bananas. The half marathon has two aid stations that runners pass twice. Marathon runners access those two stations plus three additional stations on the marathon portion, each also passed twice. Porta potties are placed at the start and finish. First aid personnel are at the finish and at aid stations, with mobile medical teams on the course.
Awards include a race shirt and a commemorative medal for finishers, overall and master category prizes, and cash awards for top finishers. Registration opens May 4 2026 and closes July 4 2026. No refunds deferrals or bib transfers are allowed. Parking is available near the start and there is no bag drop. Free race photos and post race refreshments are provided. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
